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I've been taking effexor (venlafaxine) for almost two years i suddenly stop to use wellbutrin to quit smoking as well i'm very emotional and just not feeling mysel?

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Dr. Donald Collins answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Talk to your doctor: Sometimes we have patients take both meds, sometimes we will wean off the Effexor (venlafaxine) or reduce dose before starting Wellbutrin. It is good you want to quit smoking. Your doctor can design treatment to help you with the smoking and the anxiety. Good luck!

Answered 4/24/2015

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Dr. Marcie Berman answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Stopping smoking: Even with the help of Wellbutrin, stopping smoking can be difficult in terms of feeling emotional and irritable. Put that together with a sudden discontinuation of Effexor (venlafaxine) and you have double the emotional stress. Antidepressants, especially Effexor (venlafaxine), should not be stopped suddenly. Speak with your doctor about weaning off while starting Wellbutrin.

Answered 5/15/2016

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